Juniperus chinensis 'Monlep'(MINT JULEP®)

Mint Julep Chinese Juniper

Juniperus chinensis ‘Mint Julep’ — commonly called Mint Julep Chinese juniper — is an evergreen shrub valued for its bright mint-green foliage and graceful arching branches that form a broad, fountain-like mound. Its soft textured foliage remains attractive year-round, and the sweeping branch habit gives it a lighter, more open appearance than many dense junipers.

Type: Evergreen shrub

Mature Size:
Width: 6–8 ft
Height: 4–6 ft

USDA Zones: 4a–9b

Form: Broad, arching, fountain-like

Light: Full sun

Soil: Well-drained soil; adaptable to sandy, rocky, and average garden soils

Water: Low to medium; drought tolerant once established

Wildlife: Provides shelter for birds; deer resistant

Features & Landscape Uses: Excellent for foundation plantings, slopes, mass plantings, and evergreen accents. Its arching form softens corners and blends well with both shrubs and conifers.

Care: Plant in full sun for best density and color. Avoid poorly drained soils. Minimal pruning is needed; trim lightly in early spring if shaping is desired.

Plant type

Evergreen Shrub

Height

4-6'

Width

6-8'

Hardiness zones

4–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Spring

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Soil

Average, Sandy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Foundation

Shape

Arching, Broad

Bark

Exfoliating

Fruit

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Salt tolerant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes